The Quesos Ruperto cheese factory in El Mirador makes and packages its delicious products by hand The Quesos Ruperto cheese factory in El Mirador, San Javier, has been accredited as an artisan company, a prestigious award that not only acknowledges the factory's artisanal production methods but also opens up opportunities for the company to access subsidies for participating in fairs, investing in new machinery and technologies and developing..

The Bajo de la Campana site provides valuable evidence of Phoenician seafaring and trading activity in the 7th century BC A new documentary film has been presented in which experts analyse the importance of the discovery of the Phoenician shipwreck known as the Bajo de la Campana, just off the coastline of La Manga del Mar Menor. The footage includes detailed images from the four years of work on recovering the remains of the vessel which..

The 27th edition of San Javier Jazz also features Parker Barrow, Eva Slongo andGiovanni Mirabassi, Maite Martín and Mar Vilaseca The presentation was made this week of the official poster an outline of the artists performing at the 27th edition of the San Javier Jazz Festival, which takes place this summer between June 27 and July 24. David Martínez, the director of the festival, highlighted the presence of many female performers for the..

The ‘Breaths of the Mar Menor’ exhibition showcases the beauty and uniqueness of the area The San Javier Museum is hosting the 2nd edition of ‘Respiros del Mar Menor’ ('Breaths of the Mar Menor' in English) photography exhibition from March 13 to April 12.   Doors open at 8pm this Thursday March 13.   This stunning display features dozens of photographs showcasing the unique beauty and charm of the Mar Menor area.  ..

Sample stunning classical and modern performances by up-and-coming San Javier music students From March 17 to May 6, the San Javier Conservatory of Music is hosting its second edition of ‘Solistas y Solistos’, a series of innovative musical performances designed to give students a taste of what it's like to be a professional solo musician on stage.   This exciting cycle features a diverse range of concerts including tuba, tenor..

From Macrame to Spanish for foreigners, from yoga to ballroom dancing, broaden your horizons at the Banco del Tiempo in San Javier! The ever-popular “time bank” returns to the municipality of San Javier in November for its 20th season, an initiative in which members of the community offer their time and expertise to give a number of courses to anyone interested in taking up a hobby or widening their knowledge in a huge range of carrying fields..

The popular Mar Menor craft market returns to Santiago de la Ribera The Mar Menor Craft Market is back in San Javier on Sunday April 6 from 10am to 2pm at the Explanada de Barnuevo in Santiago de la Ribera.   This popular event features a range of local, handmade products including unique jewellery, artisanal soaps, home decor items and stunning clothing and accessories. It's the perfect place to find one-of-a-kind gifts or treat yourself..

Register today and support the San Javier Association Against Cancer Join the community in San Javier on Sunday April 6 for the 10th edition of the Cancer Charity Fun Run. This special event supports the San Javier Association Against Cancer, bringing people together for a meaningful cause.   The run leaves at 10am from Plaza de España, with a participation fee of just €5. A special raffle for a bicycle will take place at the end..

Go along to the artisan handicraft market in Santiago de la Ribera On Sunday April 13, the Mar Menor Artisan Market returns to Santiago de la Ribera, bringing handicraft items to sell to the waterfront of the Mar Menor town.   From 10am to 2pm, the market will be set up on the Explanada de Barnuevo in Santiago de la Ribera.   The Regional Crafts Guild said, “The artisans who carry out these works must be appreciated, as coming..

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Murcia Chapter with an exciting biker show in Santiago de la Ribera The roar of hundreds of engines in San Javier can only mean one thing: the Hot Rally Bike Festival is back. From May 29 to June 1, Santiago de la Ribera will transform into a biker’s paradise for the XXII International Motorcycles and Music Festival.   Celebrating 25 years of the Hot Rally Murcia Chapter, this free event promises..

The very best of indie pop is coming to San Javier this summer The Laguna Sound Festival is coming to San Javier this July 11 and 12, bringing the very best of indie pop to the Mar Menor for one incredible weekend.   The festival will take centre stage at the town’s fairgrounds, featuring a line-up headed by Nil Moliner, Miss Caffeina and Pignoise. Over two days of concerts, indie fans can enjoy performances by bands such as Malm..